Santa Cruise

at Forth Boat Tours

South Queensferry Available from Sat 28 Nov to Sat 19 Dec

Inc. Gift from Santa!

Book Forth Boat Tours tickets and set sail on the Santa Cruise in Edinburgh!

All aboard for festive fun on the Firth of Forth! Join Forth Boat Tours for a special 90-minute Santa Cruise from South Queensferry, where children can meet Santa, enjoy plenty of family entertainment and receive a hand-wrapped Christmas gift.

  • Set sail on a festive 90-minute family cruise along the Firth of Forth
  • Meet Santa during a magical Christmas experience on the water
  • Watch out for Santa arriving on his sleigh
  • Every child on the Nice List receives a hand-wrapped gift from Santa
  • Relax inside the heated saloon while enjoying views across the Firth of Forth
  • Buy hot and cold drinks, soft drinks and snacks from the onboard café/bar
  • Enjoy a Christmas experience packed with family fun from start to finish

Santa Cruise with Forth Boat Tours:

  • Dates: 28th November and 5th December 2026
  • Duration: Approximately 90 minutes
  • Departure Point: Hawes Pier, South Queensferry
  • Tickets Include: Festive cruise, family entertainment, meeting with Santa and a hand-wrapped gift for each child

Meet Santa, receive a Christmas gift & enjoy Christmas entertainment - included in your tickets!

Your Christmas adventure begins at Hawes Pier in South Queensferry, where you will board the boat and set sail across the Firth of Forth. Keep watch for Santa on his sleigh before meeting him as part of the onboard experience.

There is plenty to keep the whole family entertained throughout the cruise, while the heated saloon offers a warm place to sit back and enjoy the journey.

  • Meet Santa: Enjoy a special meeting with Santa during your festive cruise
  • A Gift for Every Child: Children on the Nice List receive a present selected by Santa and hand-wrapped by the Forth Boat Tours elves
  • Festive Family Fun: Enjoy an experience packed with Christmas entertainment from the moment you board
  • Firth of Forth Cruise: Take in the views as you sail from South Queensferry across the Firth of Forth
  • Heated Saloon: Stay cosy inside the heated covered seating area during the winter cruise
  • Café and Bar: Purchase hot and cold drinks, soft drinks and light snacks on board
  • Onboard Toilets: Toilet facilities are available during the journey
  • Family Christmas Tradition: Add a festive boat trip and meeting with Santa to your family's December plans

Santa Cruise tickets must be booked in advance, so choose your date, gather your little elves and get ready for a Christmas adventure on the water.

Book Santa Cruise tickets today and make your family Christmas celebrations shipshape.

Location

Hawes Pier

Queensferry,
South Queensferry,
Firth of Forth,
EH30 9TB
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How to find us

Hawes Pier is located in South Queensferry, just outside Edinburgh.

  • The departure point is easily accessible by car, bus and train, with South Queensferry railway station located nearby.
  • Edinburgh city centre is around 30 minutes away by road.
Facilities
  • Heated indoor saloon
  • Covered seating area
  • Onboard toilets
  • Onboard café/bar
  • Hot and cold drinks available to purchase
  • Soft drinks available to purchase
  • Light snacks available to purchase
  • Wheelchair ramp available at certain tide heights with advance notice
  • Wheelchair-accessible rear deck and entrance to the covered saloon on the Forth Belle
  • Disabled parking approximately 100 metres from Hawes Pier
More Info
Is Santa Cruise wheelchair accessible?

The fleet is not specifically designed for wheelchair access, but a wheelchair ramp can be used on the Forth Belle at certain tide heights with advance notice. The ramp provides access to the rear deck and covered saloon only.

What age is Santa Cruise suitable for?

Santa Cruise is a festive family experience for adults and children.

Is there food and drink at Santa Cruise?

Yes. The onboard café/bar sells hot and cold drinks, soft drinks and light snacks. Food and drinks are available to purchase and are not confirmed as included with standard admission.

Where does Santa Cruise depart from?

Santa Cruise departs from Hawes Pier in South Queensferry. 

Do children receive a present on Santa Cruise?

Yes. Every child on the Nice List receives a gift selected by Santa and hand-wrapped by the Forth Boat Tours elves.

Are there toilets on Santa Cruise?

Yes. Toilets are available on board, but there is no accessible toilet

What do Santa Cruise tickets include?

Santa Cruise tickets include an approximately 90-minute festive cruise along the Firth of Forth, family entertainment, a meeting with Santa and a hand-wrapped gift for each child.

Are these the cheapest tickets for Forth Boat Tours?

Yes, we guarantee price match or better. If you can find them cheaper, we want to match it so please get in touch here.

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